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UK laser facility reveals upgrade with £17 million investment

The UK’s Central Laser Facility (CLF), operated by the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), has achieved a primary target through the ultra-infrared laser system.

How public sector investment can address the mental health crisis

Mental health used to be rarely spoken about, but the current mental health crisis has been brewing for years, and the COVID-19 pandemic finally put it in the spotlight.

Breach of universal human rights: Uganda’s anti-homosexuality act

Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni has approved the enactment of an extremely strict anti-homosexuality act, which has garnered extensive criticism both in Uganda and globally for its alleged violation of universal human rights.

Developing a hydrogen fuel cell with green hydrogen and waste plastic hydrogen

Researchers in Tokyo have developed a hydrogen fuel cell which combines green hydrogen and waste plastic hydrogen using a digital twin concept.

What type of digital transformation is right for public services?

Thom Beckett, Transformation Lead at Made Tech, explores the different types of digital change that can be applied to public services to make sure they’re user-centred.

Governments accelerate e-visa drive to enrich their local economy

The pandemic's impact on international tourism has spurred the growth of e-visa systems so much that the market will grow by 11.3%

England aims to ban retailers from giving children free vapes

In an effort to address a legal loophole, government ministers have announced measures to prevent retailers from offering complimentary samples of free vapes to children.

Global climate change amplifies risk of flash droughts and threatens croplands

The intensification of flash droughts, rapid and unexpected drought events, poses a significant threat to agricultural and ecological systems.

The Goldilocks Zone: Hospitable planets may be more common than we think

In a groundbreaking analysis utilizing the latest telescope observations, astronomers from the University of Florida have revealed that one-third of all common planets in our galaxy may be classed as 'hospitable planets'.

Should the national curriculum include teaching social media in schools?

Social media entrepreneur Ryan Williams advocates for teaching social media in schools to inform young people of both the risks and opportunities presented by online platforms.

Why bookkeeping automation is better for your growing business

By automating bookkeeping and accounting processes, businesses can save time and money, and reduce the risk of manual errors that can be costly.

Strong association between vaping and binge drinking

A recent study involving over 50,000 US adolescents has revealed a strong association between vaping and binge drinking, and cannabis use.

Embedding Zero Trust in the DNA of public sector security

Matt Poulton, General Manager & Vice President EMEA & APJ at Forescout Technologies, discusses how public sector organisations can build a Zero Trust framework to mitigate internal and external cyberattacks.

New regulatory pathway ensures safe access to medical breakthroughs

Medical breakthroughs are quickly being accessed through a ground-breaking initiative, providing manufacturers and innovators with all-encompassing collaborative support.

Funding surge of £650 million to supercharge life sciences sector in UK

The UK life sciences sector is set to be funded by Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt, who has introduced an impressive £650 million fund so supercharger its growth.

Five thousand new species discovered in precious deep-sea mining area

The Clarion-Clipperton Zone (CCZ), a vast mineral-rich region in the Pacific Ocean, has been allocated for future deep-sea mining.

Recruitment lacks impact without staff management strategy

An increased focus on staff management and relations by HR decision-makers is essential to recruitment, argues Crown Workforce Management’s Managing Director, Mike Hawkesford.

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